Bayfront Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Things to do
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,135
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
฿1,807
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
฿2,135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
฿3,581
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,938
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,347
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Bayfront
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿2,229 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿2,229
฿3,234 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,679 reviews)
"BEST STAY EVER! We travel 2x a year always 1x to Florida this tops all years. So welcoming, wristband door keys, water and popcorn in room, rug between beds so me feet to get sandy in the middle if the night, adult pool, both pool/towel staff as well as pool servers were AMAZING! ohhhh and free parking ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿5,632 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,632
฿7,304 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,362 reviews)
"Check in went well, room was clean. Great view of the sunset from the balcony."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿2,472 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿2,472
฿2,794 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,612 reviews)
"Old Florida style motel property. All staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Adjacent tiki bar was a good time. Great place to unwind after a hot summer day. Live music on Friday night was nice addition. Not fancy, but clean and comfortable for a great price!"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿9,289 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,289
฿12,001 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,022 reviews)
"Nice resterant The only issue is we didn't get the room we wanted in the new taller building like we asked The other building we where in was just ok not like the newer one won't go again"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿5,066 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,066
฿6,589 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,652 reviews)
"The staff is amazing there, they run a nice system which works for people checking in and out."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,258 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,258
฿4,811 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,244 reviews)
"The property was very filthy, carpets have not been washed in a long while, the room was filthy, and there were No Draws, No Safe, No coffee maker. For a Hilton Hotel, this one is a disgrace. Ice machine on my floor was not working, Hotel breakfast was sparse, no waffles or pancakes. In the sunlight ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Bayfront
Find the best Bayfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.
